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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Budget-friendly drumsticks with a crunchy paprika crumb, baked not fried.

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Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
1 hr
Serves
4
Est. cost
$10.10

About $2.53 per serve. Costs are estimates in AUD, not live supermarket prices.

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Crispy golden chicken drumsticks with dipping sauce

Ingredients

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About this recipe

Drumsticks are one of the cheapest cuts of chicken and kids love them. A paprika breadcrumb coating gives a satisfying crunch without deep-frying.

Method

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a tray and place a wire rack on top.

    200°C

  2. Step 2

    Mix the breadcrumbs with the paprika, oregano, salt and oil.

  3. Step 3

    Dust the drumsticks in flour, dip in egg, then press into the crumbs to coat.

  4. Step 4

    Arrange on the rack and bake for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through.

    45 min200°C

    Tip: The thickest part should reach 75°C, with clear juices.

  5. Step 5

    Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

    5 min

Cooking tips

Bake on a wire rack set over the tray so hot air reaches every side and the coating stays crisp.

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Re-crisp in a hot oven.

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